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TS Adventurous
Roadtrek, Inc.
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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual TS Adventurous Roadtrek, Inc. PDF generated at: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 10:59:03 EDT...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Articles Introduction to your TS Adventurous Copyright Do's and Don'ts Before You Head Out Coming Home Interior Living Space Sleeping Facilities Bathroom Facilities Appliances Outside your Roadtrek Utilities Heating and Cooling Electrical System Monitor Panel Distribution Panel Alarms and Warnings...
  • Page 3 Spare Tire Storage Obtaining Service Specifications Warranty Registration HOWTO: Monitor Panel HOWTO: Shore Power HOWTO: Potable Water Use HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception HOWTO: Propane System HOWTO: Water System Winterizing HOWTO: De-Winterizing...

  • Page 4: Introduction To Your Ts Adventurous

    Introduction to your TS Adventurous Congratulations on the purchase of your Roadtrek and welcome to the Roadtreking family. The information included in this manual is meant to help and guide you through the use of your vehicle so that you know how to properly use the many functions your Roadtrek has to offer.

  • Page 5: Copyright

    • • Charge for this manual other than reasonable media and shipping costs. All images used in this manual remain the property of Roadtrek, Inc. They are for illustrative purposes only and may or may not be representative of the upfits in your Roadtrek.

  • Page 6: Do's And Don'ts

    Don't do it. Doing this can result in injury, severe damage, or death. Information, cautions, and warnings This table highlights some of the do’s and don’ts of your Roadtrek. This list is by no means complete. Please refer to the individual sections in the manual for more details.
  • Page 7 Do not block the air circulation in the area where the Propane Leak Detector is located. DETECTOR Battery disconnect switch must be in the “ON” position for the propane detector to function. PROPANE LEAK DETECTOR © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 8 AUXILIARY BATTERY Battery acid can burn your skin and damage clothing. Protective eye wear and gloves should be worn while handling batteries. Effective June 2010 all Roadtrek installed batteries are sealed AGM batteries that do no require the addition of water.
  • Page 9 LUG NUTS Sprinters with the optional alloy wheels have a set of lug nuts in the toolbox in the passenger footwell. These lug nuts must be used when mouting the steel-rim spare. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 10: Before You Head Out

    Before You Head Out Before You Head Out Your new Roadtrek is ready to go with just a little bit of preparation. To prepare for your first trip, you should: • • Read this manual. • • Contact your dealer with any questions.

  • Page 11: Coming Home

    Coming Home Coming Home When you come home, there are a few maintenance tasks you should do to get your Roadtrek ready to go for next time. Refer to other sections in this manual for the procedures listed here. • On your way home, dump the gray and black tanks at a convenient facility. See the HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping section for a concise description of the procedure to do this.
  • Page 12 • • If you turn everything off and you have solar panels, the panels will keep your coach batteries topped up while your Roadtrek is parked. If you don't have solar panels, it would be prudent to check your coach battery state of charge every month or so and charge them if necessary.

  • Page 13: Interior Living Space

    Pushbutton latch open Your Roadtrek is equipped with cabinet latches which prevent the contents from falling out while the vehicle is in motion. The pushbuttons on the cabinet latches toggle from latched (button in) to openable (button out) by pressing the button.
  • Page 14 For this reason, Roadtrek recommends that you not store anything in the overhead cabinets that you wouldn't want to get hit over the head with.
  • Page 15 The right panel above the refrigerator is fixed, and is not a drawer. All these drawers have conventional non-locking knobs, and a friction closure mechanism to secure them while the Roadtrek is in motion.
  • Page 16 Place the table top on the leg. The front table has four leaves that fold out and snap into place. To fold up, press the hinge flat while folding the leaf. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 17 The lumbar support adjustment is on the inboard side of the seat. For the full range of adjustments on the front seats, please refer to the Mercedes Sprinter manual. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 18 To swivel the front seats, locate the swivel bar positioned on the inboard side of the chair base and move the control downward against its spring to release the lock and swivel the chair. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 19 Swiveling the front seats is easier if you open the doors and/or loosen the tilt steering wheel adjustment and move the steering wheel as far forward and up as possible. Slide the rear seats forward before attempting to pivot them, then slide them back once pivoted. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 20 Interior Living Space Lights Tap light off Tap light on Strip light switch Gooseneck light © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 21 Blinds The blinds on the side and back windows of the Roadtrek have a partially opaque, "shade" window covering, and also a more opaque, "privacy" window covering. Pull the blinds down for the "shade" window covering, and then pull the bar above this first section of blind material down to bring the "privacy"...
  • Page 22 Make sure that the fan is off and the cover completely closed before driving. The cover will rattle if you drive with it open. Your Roadtrek is equipped with a ceiling mounted ventilation fan. The fan has a cover that must be raised by turning the large knurled knob.

  • Page 23: Sleeping Facilities

    Sleeping Facilities Sleeping Facilities Your Roadtrek has sleeping capacity for up to four people; two in the front of the vehicle with the optional front bed cushions, and two in the rear of the vehicle on the full or twin bed.
  • Page 24 When the sofa is raised for seating, ensure the seat belts are back in position. To do this, open the back door of the vehicle and push the seatbelts through the sofa between the seat and back cushions. NEVER allow passengers to occupy © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 25 Slide both seats all the way back in their tracks - as far to the outside as possible. • • Push the tab in the mattress between the two seatbacks. • • Open the optional folding mattress across the seats. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 26 • • Pass the hook-and-loop straps behind the seatbacks to hold the mattress in position. Mattress tab between seat backs Pass hook-and-loop strap behind seatback Hook-and-loop strap in place Passenger side folding mattress in place © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 27: Bathroom Facilities

    Bathroom Facilities Bathroom Facilities Your Roadtrek is equipped with a permanently enclosed bathroom that includes a sink and a stand up or sit down shower. Using the Toilet The bathroom in your Roadtrek contains a marine type toilet. To flush the toilet, use your foot to press the foot pedal located at the bottom of the toilet.
  • Page 28 5. 5. Once ready, pull up on the knob located between the sink faucet handles to start the flow of water 6. 6. Adjust the water temperature as needed using the cold and hot water knobs on the sink faucet © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 29 3. 3. Refasten the drain stopper in the center of the bathroom floor (this is important as it stops the content of the grey water from sloshing into the shower area while the vehicle is in motion) 4. 4. Dry the shower curtain with a towel or allow it to air dry before storing it © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 30: Appliances

    Controlling the Soundbar The soundbar offered in your Roadtrek allows you to control the sound from the audio sources in your vehicle. Use the supplied remote control or the buttons along the right lower edge to control this system. The soundbar automatically detects and switches to the audio source being produced (either dash radio, TV, or Blu-Ray player), but may select the wrong source if you have two devices playing simultaneously.
  • Page 31 The water heater can heat the 2.5 gallons in the tank to a useable temperature in approximately one hour, depending on ambient temperature. Refrigerator The refrigerator in your Roadtrek is a 12 volt DC/120 volt AC compressor refrigerator. It is configured to run off 12 volt power, so it is supplied by the battery charger when plugged into shore power, and will operate whether or not the inverter is turned on or other sources of 120 volt power are available.
  • Page 32 Microwave convection oven © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 33 Since the induction stovetop depends on magnetic material to produce heat, copper, stainless steel, or aluminum cookware will not get warm. For instructions on how to use this appliance, please refer to the inductive cooktop stove manual. Induction cooktop © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 34: Outside Your Roadtrek

    Awning support attachment point Your Roadtrek is equipped with an easy to use power roll up awning. To use the awning please follow these steps; 1. 1. Locate the power awning switch which can be found on the front monitor panel.
  • Page 35 Step switch Your Roadtrek is equipped with a step that automatically extends when the side door is opened for easy entry and exit out of your vehicle. With the step switch on, the step will extend once when the door is open and remain extended even if the door is closed.
  • Page 36 The compartment behind the back door contains the spare tire and the shore power connection point. The access doors have friction roller clips holding each end of the door. DO NOT pull on the middle of the access door to open it, pull on each end separately. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 37 Fuel fill access Fuel fill access The fuel fill door is located directly behind the driver on the outside of the vehicle. To fill your Roadtrek with fuel; 1. 1. Open the driver side door 2. 2. Swing open the fuel fill cover 3.
  • Page 38 Rear door retaining strap Rear door magnet The rear doors of your Roadtrek have the ability to open all the way so they fold against the sides of the vehicle. To open the doors to their fullest potential; 1. 1. Open the door to 90 degrees 2.
  • Page 39 Roadtreks have an optional rear screen which allows you to open the rear doors and get fresh air without bugs coming in or pets going out. Look in the hanging wardrobe behind the bathroom for this screen in your new Roadtrek. The screen attaches to the rear door frame with a zipper and hook-and-loop fasteners.
  • Page 40 At the top, close the flap with the hook-and-loop fastener strip where the zippers meet. Use the double slider to unzip the bottom of the screen to allow access to the underbed storage area in the back of the Roadtrek without disturbing the top section. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 41 Rear door screen storage opening Rear door screen in place To remove and stow the screen, unzip it from the top down. Unzipping it from the bottom will not allow you to remove it from the doorframe surround. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 42: Utilities

    Utilities Utilities Just like your house, your Roadtrek has fresh water, electricity, waste water disposal, heating, and cooling systems. In the Roadtrek, these systems are self contained and travel with you. Fresh Water Fresh water is contained in a tank in the passenger pedestal and below the passenger seat The fresh water fill is in the door post of the front passenger door, near the door handle.
  • Page 43 City water connection, on driver's side below rear bumper To connect the Roadtrek's water system to an outside source: • • Turn the water pump off. • • Close all interior faucets. • • Flush old water and any contaminants out of the water supply faucet.
  • Page 44 See HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping for more information on dumping. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 45: Heating And Cooling

    Alde Hydronic System The Alde hydronic system provides hot water, coach heating, and engine preheating for your Roadtrek. Power is supplied by either shore power, power generated by the engine generator, heat from the engine, or propane. The Alde control unit is located in the distribution panel, in the overhead cabinets on the driver's side at the rear.
  • Page 46 This protects the Alde plumbing only; you still need to winterize the remaining water system in your Roadtrek to prevent damage to the water lines and other components. You can also drain the system manually by turning the valve to the tripped position. The frost control valve will activate when the temperature gets near freezing even if the system has been winterized with RV antifreeze.
  • Page 47 Heating and Cooling Open floor hatch under rear sofa Remove 8 screws and lift up metal cover Alde valve in operating position Alde frost control valve in bypass Button for resetting the tripped valve (tripped) position © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 48 The system relies on heat from the floor to maintain the temperature of the water lines below the floor. If you operate your TS Adventurous in below-freezing temperatures, always leave the Alde unit turned on and this valve with the handle sideways across the line.
  • Page 49 Leave this switch off unless you wish to use the engine pre-heat feature. Heat exchanger on engine compartment Switch for engine preheat firewall © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 50 Heating and Cooling Cooling The roof-mounted air conditioner in your Roadtrek will provide cool air while camping with the inverter supplying power from the batteries, and will also operate while driving or idling the engine, using the optional engine generator. Do not operate the air conditioner while driving with the propane generator.

  • Page 51: Electrical System

    Refer to Monitor Panel for locations of the controls referred to in this article. Batteries The batteries in your Roadtrek are sealed AGM batteries. You do not need to add water to them. Do not attempt to open them. There is no user maintenance possible on these batteries except to keep them charged.
  • Page 52 Positive jumper point, on passenger side Coach batteries and negative jumper of the engine. Align the slots and push attachment point - brass stud protruding the red disc in to expose the contact. from side wall of engine compartment © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 53 The battery disconnect switch provides power to all 12 volt appliances, such as the water pump, the refrigerator, and so forth. This switch should be off when you are not using your Roadtrek, and on whenever you are driving or camping. The light on the switch will indicate the position of the switch.
  • Page 54 The inverter is configured at the factory for the batteries and power sources in the Roadtrek. Please do not change any settings without consulting the factory. The inverter switches on the inverter itself under the power sofa on the driver's side of the vehicle should be left in the position set by the factory.
  • Page 55 Plug the power cord into the campsite 30A power source and the other end into the Roadtrek. There is an LED indicator light...
  • Page 56 These outlets can be switched on and off at both the distribution panel in the rear and the control panel in the front of the Roadtrek. If you have no power at an outlet, check to make sure the rocker switch or touch screen is correctly positioned.
  • Page 57 120 volt lights or other appliances you may wish to use outdoors. This outlet is GFCI protected, and the breaker controlling it is on the distribution panel. Make sure that any extension cords you use are three prong (grounded) and rated for the size load you plan to draw. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 58: Monitor Panel

    Touch screen main menu The touch screen panel allows you to monitor and control the different systems of your Roadtrek. When the system is powered on, the touch screen will boot up in less than a minute, and display the home screen with six icons on it: •...
  • Page 59 Battery Disconnect The battery disconnect switch controls all 12 volt power to the appliances in the Roadtrek. Turn this switch on to use them, and turn it off when you are storing the vehicle or otherwise leaving for an extended time. This switch should always be on when the Roadtrek is occupied, especially when people are sleeping in it, because the switch supplies power to the smoke and CO/propane detectors.
  • Page 60 Monitor Panel Power Step Switch Your Roadtrek is equipped with a step that automatically extends when the side door is opened for easy entry and exit from your vehicle. To lock the step in the extended position, push the top of this switch in. A green indicator light will illuminate, showing that the step is locked in the extended position.
  • Page 61 The rightmost switch extends and retracts the awning. Each activation of the switch will power the awning motor for approximately three seconds. Press the switch as often as needed to extend the awning to the position you prefer. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 62: Distribution Panel

    When storing the TS for the winter, turn off the battery disconnect switch, the Alde hot water system, your inverter, and all circuit breakers in this panel. Distribution panel location, behind rearmost overhead cabinet door on drivers side; 120VAC breakers and labels on the right © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 63 (no lights on the switch), the right position (one blue light on the switch) provides unswitched power to the device, and the left position (two green lights on the switch) provides power to the device and also enables remote control by the tablet or internet interface. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 64 Each switch has a label and a button to the left. The button is the reset for the circuit breaker on that switch. If one of the circuit breakers trips, press the button to reset it. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 65 If you stay plugged into shore power, after a few hours your voltage display will show this float voltage. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 66 This gauge has finer gradations and will give you more information about your propane level than the indicator light display will. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 67 The third light will alert you to any inverter error messages, which are displayed on the inverter display panel. Should you get an error message, the inverter manual has information about what these error messages mean. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 68 Distribution Panel Inverter switch © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 69: Alarms And Warnings

    The detector has a useful service life, beyond which it needs to be replaced. See Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for other operating instructions, or look for the sticker which is sometimes placed on the detector to see the replacement date. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 70 It is powered by a commonly available 9 volt battery which needs periodic replacement. Refer to the Owner's Manual for the smoke detector for the replacement interval of both the battery and the detector itself. Smoke Alarm © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 71 Alarms and Warnings Fire Extinguisher Your Roadtrek comes equipped with a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for all fires. Before every trip, check to see that the needle on the dial is in the green range. If not, replace the fire extinguisher. DO NOT test your fire extinguisher by discharging it - total discharge time is 8 to 12 seconds, so it will become rapidly depleted if you test it this way.

  • Page 72: Maintenance

    Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon as possible. The owner maintenance checks are generally not covered by warranties and you may be charged for labor, parts and supplies used. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 73 Sanitize by adding 1/2 cup chlorine bleach to the tank, fill with water, let sit for at least two hours, and drain. 1/2 cup vinegar added to the next tankful, which will also be drained before filling with fresh water for use, will help dissipate the chlorine smell. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 74 Check lap and shoulder belts for wear and function. Replace any belts with frayed spots or that do not smoothly retract into their holders. Inspect appliance vents to ensure they are free from dirt, insects, spider webs and/or nests. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 75 Roadtrek. The wheel center caps are chrome. Do not use a power washer to clean your Roadtrek - damage to the paint, removal of decals, and water leaks will result. Hand washing or commercial car washes accommodating large vehicles are the best way to keep your Roadtrek clean and shiny.

  • Page 76: Spare Tire Storage

    The alloy wheels on the Roadtrek use different lug nuts than the steel spare. There is an adapter in the tire change tool set which will fit these larger lug nuts and the standard lug nut wrench.
  • Page 77 • • Locate the jack handle (three pieces of steel tubing in the pouch) and the "banana" lever in the jack compartment. • • Locate the 19 mm - 3/4 inch wrench which came in the white box of Roadtrek accessories. Roadtrek recommends you keep this in the glovebox when not in use so that it will be readily available.
  • Page 78 Kneeling on the jack handle to secure it, use the wrench to loosen the long nuts on the two long bolts on either side of the tire carrier about a half inch or so. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 79 You are compressing the tire, so the nuts will not get tight on the bolts like a metal-to-metal contact will. Repair or replace the flat spare tire at your earliest opportunity, and reinstall the good spare in the spare tire carrier. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 80: Obtaining Service

    Obtaining Service Obtaining Service When your Roadtrek needs service, determine if the issue is with the Roadtrek upfits or the Sprinter Chassis. For Roadtrek upfits, contact your Roadtrek dealer. For chassis-related issues, contact Mercedes service. Advise the service writer that you have a Sprinter extended 3500 van, rather than a "motorhome".

  • Page 81: Specifications

    For general chassis specifications, please refer to the Mercedes manual. For specifications relating to your vehicle, including occupancy, weight rating, tire size, inflation, and so on refer to the sticker on the driver's side B pillar (right side of the door frame, near the latch). This specification refers to the Roadtrek upfits. Roadtrek upfits only...
  • Page 82 220 amp hours (standard) 440 amp hours (optional) Propane tank size 16 gallons/ 61 liters Propane tank capacity at 80% 12.8 gallons/ 48 liters Water heater capacity 3 gallons/ 11.4 liters Furnace 16,000 BTUs/hour Refrigerator 2-way (12VDC, 120VAC) Air Conditioner 11,000 BTUs/hour © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 83: Warranty

    Roadtrek Motorhomes warrants to the Purchaser that the Motohome is free from defects in material and workmanship on the portion manufactured by Roadtrek Motorhomes, under normal use and service, for six (6) years, from date of purchase by the first Purchaser or the date the Motorhome was first put into service (for example, as a demo or rental), whichever is earlier.
  • Page 84 Roadtrek Motorhomes Limited Motorhome Warranty is void unless the following conditions are adhered to: 1. 1. Warranty Card on Motorhome must be completed by the Dealer and faxed to Roadtrek Motorhomes within 48 hours of date of retail delivery. When warranty applications are made and Warranty Card is not on file at Roadtrek Motorhomes, reimbursement of claim will be delayed until proof of original purchase is submitted to Roadtrek Motorhomes.
  • Page 85 Costs of such repairs must be adsorbed by the Dealer. 7. 7. Purchasers are responsible for presenting their motorhome to a Roadtrek Dealer as soon as problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time from date of authorization.
  • Page 86 Warranty Intent The intent of this extended warranty is to ensure the new owner of a Roadtrek that it is worry free from manufacturer caused defects (excluding the chassis) for the first six (6) years of use. Roadtrek owners can feel comfortable that Roadtrek is fully behind them for six (6) years, including the EcoTrek Batteries!!! ©...

  • Page 87: Registration

    Registration Registration Please send this form in or email the information to sales@roadtrek.com when you purchase your Roadtrek. Roadtrek maintains a database of all units, and correct information on the current owner will allow service personnel to identify the unit by owner name if this information is current, which will make answering any questions you or your dealership have about parts, repairs or options much easier.
  • Page 88 Registration References [1] mailto:sales@roadtrek. com © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 89: Howto: Monitor Panel

    Touch screen main menu The touch screen panel allows you to monitor and control the different systems of your Roadtrek. When the system is powered on, the touch screen will boot up in less than a minute, and display the home screen with six icons on it: •...
  • Page 90 • • charging center - displays charging voltages for the engine generator or optional propane generator, plus solar charging system voltage • • battery management - displays cell status for each of the batteries in the battery bank in voltage, plus temperature for the optional lithium battery © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 91 The battery disconnect switch turns the coach battery power off and on. When off, it prevents your coach batteries from being drained while the Roadtrek is not in use. The lights, the water pump, the fan, the refrigerator control board, even the igniters for the propane cooktop need 12 volt power from the batteries.
  • Page 92 Power Step Switch Your Roadtrek is equipped with a step that automatically extends when the side door is opened for easy entry and exit from your vehicle. To lock the step in the extended position, push the top of this switch in. A green indicator light will illuminate, showing that the step is locked in the extended position.
  • Page 93 (two green indicator light) is the automatic position, which allows the awning to be controlled by the monitor panel or the handheld tablet. The bottom position of this switch is the manual mode, which restricts operation to just the switch. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 94: Howto: Shore Power

    Connecting To Shore Power Your TS Adventurous has a shore power cord, which is stored beneath the sofa. Plug the large yellow end of this cord into your shore power connection point directly in front of the driver's side rear wheel in the rear utility bay.
  • Page 95 Most RV parks and campgrounds have AC power of various voltages and amperages available at each site. The power will typically be in a pedestal with a cover that flips up. If you cannot find your power pedestal or you're not sure how to open it, ask the campground personnel. 50A outlet 30A outlet © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 96 Your Roadtrek is equipped with a 30 Amp cord. Most power pedestals have a 30 amp receptacle. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 97 30 amps available. Although you are connected to a 50A service, you can only draw 30A; there is no advantage to connecting to a 50A service if a 30A service is available. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 98: Howto: Potable Water Use

    HOWTO: Potable Water Use HOWTO: Potable Water Use Your Roadtrek can operate in either fully self-contained mode, or can be connected to a water supply such as a campsite's faucet. The city water connection is under the back bumper on the driver's side. Unscrew the white plastic protective cap and connect your clean hose to the water faucet and to a water pressure regulator attached to this connection point.
  • Page 99 Roadtrek recommends that you use a dedicated single purpose potable-water hose. These are usually white in color. Buy a new one and use it only for filling your tanks and connecting to city water. View any hose lying around a campground with extreme skepticism, especially it there's a wastewater dump nearby.
  • Page 100 • • Disconnect the hose from the supply faucet and stow it inside your vehicle. Connecting the ends is a handy way to prevent dirt or other contaminants from entering the hose while stored, and residual water from leaking out. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 101: Howto: Waste Water Dumping

    Waste Water Discharge Pump Your Roadtrek is equipped with a waste water disposal pump to make dumping your tanks easier and cleaner. The macerator in this pump grinds up any solids in the system and pumps the resulting wastewater out to the dump station.
  • Page 102 Support the door in the open position by swiveling the support so that the long end points toward the Roadtrek's body. • Open the driver’s door and locate the waste water pump switch. It is a red pushbutton located on the driver's seat base. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 103 • • Insert the waste water discharge hose outlet into the dump station waste receptacle. • • Open the valve on the end of the sewage discharge hose by turning the black plastic handle to align with the hose. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 104 • • There are two ways to secure the hose in the dump station waste receptacle four inch pipe. In the white box that came with your Roadtrek there is a rubber doughnut, which goes over the discharge nozzle and can be wedged into the waste receptacle to hold the waste water discharge hose in place.
  • Page 105 • • Press and hold the waste water pump red button until the grey waste tank is empty. • • Close the gray tank valve by pushing it back in to the original position. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 106 The waste water discharge pump will be damaged if allowed to operate dry for any length of time. Turn off the pump as soon as the solid stream of liquid begins to sputter, and the pump's sound changes. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 107 • • Turn the knob first in one direction and then the other to loosen the obstruction. • • Once the obstruction is loose, continue dumping by pressing the wastewater pump button again. Waste water pump manual crank knob © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 108: Howto: Cable And Tv Reception

    HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception Your Roadtrek comes with a home theatre system. This consists of a TV, a DVD player, the speaker system and the radio in the dash, along with a rooftop TV antenna and a cable TV connection.
  • Page 109 Cable TV To connect your Roadtrek to cable TV at a campsite or even in your driveway, first locate the Roadtrek's cable TV connection. It is behind the front utility bay door on the bottom of the driver's side of the vehicle, just to the right of the waste water hose and handles, and has a square gray plastic cover about 3 cm on each side which is hinged at the side, which opens to expose the barrel connector the cable hooks to.
  • Page 110 You need a length of coaxial TV cable to reach from the cable TV outlet to your Roadtrek's connection point. These are sold in electronic supply and camping supply stores and come in lengths of 25, 50, and 100 feet. The cable is typically sold as RG-59U or RG-6 with F-type connectors.

  • Page 111: Howto: Propane System

    This valve must be closed whenever the vehicle is in motion in any case, not just in certain areas. Other bridges/tunnels/ferries ban vehicles with propane tanks entirely. Plan ahead and take an alternate route if passing through areas where vehicles with propane are prohibited. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 112 If you close the main valve for an extended period of time it is possible for the distribution lines to fill with air. It may take a while for propane to fill the lines again. The fridge and water heater handle this automatically; for the stove you can hear the difference between propane and air. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 113 The propane system has a high-pressure auxiliary BBQ takeoff. Locate the hose by reaching under the edge of the Roadtrek about halfway between the rear passenger tire opening and the side door. Pull the hose toward the back of the Roadtrek to release it from the channel it is stowed in.
  • Page 114 The relief valve with the blue plastic cover will automatically vent propane if the tank is overfilled or overheats. This is not a user-serviceable item; never attempt to remove the cover, test, or otherwise interfere with the operation of this valve. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 115 Note the amount it takes to fill your tank. The 16 gallon tank in your Roadtrek will hold 12.8 gallons / 48 liters when completely empty and filled to the correct 80% full level. Subtract the amount you buy from this number, and you'll know how much was in the tank when you filled it.
  • Page 116 Propane tanks must not be placed or stored inside your vehicle. Propane tanks are equipped with safety devices which relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere. The Roadtrek's propane tank is mounted outside the vehicle and will vent propane where it can dissipate; any tank inside the vehicle will vent into the passenger compartment, creating an explosive propane-air mixture inside the enclosed space, which also contains many potential sources of ignition.

  • Page 117: Howto: Water System Winterizing

    Alde floor bypass valve in full heat position (handle across the line) Always have the Alde floor bypass valve in the full heat position when using the TS Adventurous in subfreezing conditions. This valve is in the Ottoman box on the passenger side.
  • Page 118 (above 40 deg. F or above 4 deg. C) and the forecast is for temperatures just below freezing for a few hours at night with calm winds, then you don`t need to winterize. The heat in your Roadtrek is enough to keep the tanks and lines from freezing.
  • Page 119 This procedure can be done in less than 30 minutes with no specialized tools. The TS Adventurous has a unique water system which allows you to winterize the system without adding RV antifreeze to the fresh water supply. However, RV antifreeze is still needed to winterize the waste water system.
  • Page 120 (see photos). Water should drain out the blue nipple at the bottom of the Alde enclosure immediately in front of the rear bumper. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 121 • • 8. Remove and clean the water pump filter. To access the water pump filter, reach underneath the passenger side rear corner of the Roadtrek to the front of the Alde unit. You will see where the water line enters the Alde unit, and the clear plastic water pump filter housing will be on the top of this water line.
  • Page 122 Other methods of winterizing Roadtrek only recommends the winterizing method outlined above. The TS Adventurous has a fresh water system unlike any other RV in production, so procedures designed for other vehicles may either be unnecessary or may not be effective in preventing damage from freezing.

  • Page 123: Howto: De-Winterizing

    1. 1. Check to be sure the fresh water tank drain valve is closed, then add the water/bleach mixture to the fresh water tank through the gravity fill. 2. 2. This is a good time to get some stuff for spring cleaning of your Roadtrek, so drive around for an hour. Let it sit for a couple more hours.
  • Page 124 Alde valve access hole. Reach down into the hole and turn the light blue handle from its dump position across the water line to the reset position parallel to the line. Press the blue button at the base of the valve. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 125 (again, run the hot water long enough to flush the tank), drain the tank to ground, and refill with fresh water. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

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